Forest Books: Sally Austen & Susan Crocker Deafness In Mind

This book presents the varying theoretical approaches to the psychology of deafness: systemic, bio-psycho-social, psychodynamic, medical and cognitive neuropsychological models. Uniquely, clinical theory and practice are linked to provide a comprehensive understanding of the deaf mental health field. For the first time, the subject of cochlear implants is discussed along with the mental health of culturally Deaf people. Similarly, prevention is considered alongside prevalence. Thus, unique in its application of scientific methodology to the study of deafness, this book appraises the wider political views where other books have taken a focussed view. Current services and new directions in the field are brought together to provide a definitive text in the psychology of mental health and deafness. Paperback 300 pages 2004